Quick Answer
Nagoya has several hospitals with multilingual support. Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya Daini Red Cross Hospital, and Nagoya City University Hospital all offer interpreter services. For emergencies, call 119. The Aichi Medical Interpreting System (あいち医療通訳システム) provides free interpreters at partner hospitals in English, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Major Hospitals with Multilingual Support
| Hospital | Location | Languages | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nagoya University Hospital | Showa-ku, Tsurumai-cho 65 | EN/PT/CN (interpreter) | Yes (24h) |
| Nagoya Daini Red Cross Hospital | Showa-ku, Myoken-cho 2-9 | EN/PT (interpreter) | Yes (24h) |
| Nagoya City University Hospital | Mizuho-ku, Kawasumi 1 | EN (interpreter) | Yes |
| Fujita Health University Hospital | Toyoake City (30 min from Nagoya) | EN/PT/CN | Yes (24h) |
Emergency Contacts
- Ambulance / Fire: 119
- Aichi Emergency Medical Info: 052-263-1133 (24h, Japanese)
- NIC Medical Consultation: 052-581-0100 (multilingual)
Aichi Medical Interpreter System
Aichi Prefecture operates a free medical interpreter dispatch system. When visiting a partner hospital, request an interpreter in advance. Languages include Portuguese, Spanish, English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and Indonesian. This is one of Japan's most comprehensive medical interpretation services, reflecting the region's diverse foreign community.
FAQ
Q: Are there Portuguese-speaking doctors in Nagoya?
A: Some clinics in areas with large Brazilian communities have Portuguese-speaking staff. The Aichi Medical Interpreter System also provides Portuguese interpreters at major hospitals. Contact NIC for a list.
Disclaimer
Hospital information may change. Call ahead to arrange interpreter services. This is not medical advice.
Last updated: April 2026.